Sanitation Technician - Greer, SC

Chase Professionals; Greer (SC); On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

CHASE Staffing is seeking a Sanitation Technician for a leading bottler in Greer, SC. This role supports a fast-paced production plant with a 2-2-3 schedule and an hourly pay of $17.00, reporting to the department Manager.

Key duties include adhering to GMPs and HACCP guidelines, preparing equipment for cleaning, and sanitizing production lines, conveyors, and drains while ensuring food safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Ability to read and understand chemical data sheets
• Ability to operate safety protocols to prevent accidents and contamination
• Ability to operate industrial cleaning equipment such as pressure washers and floor scrubbers
• Ability to identify sanitation issues before they become problems

Responsibilities

• Adhere to health and safety policies and wear PPE in warehouse/production areas
• Follow GMPs and food safety requirements as per applicable standards
• Prepare production equipment for cleaning and perform lock out/tag out when needed
• Use cleaning chemicals according to product labels and safety data
• Sanitize, foam, scrub, and rinse equipment to meet Food Safety/Quality standards
• Clean conveyors, drains, floors, ceilings in production and warehouse areas
• Maintain elevators, stairs, and general areas in a clean and safe condition
• Perform vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping using suitable tools
• Verify sanitation effectiveness via visual checks and chemical tests
• Store chemicals and safety equipment properly
• Maintain Master Sanitation Schedule daily documentation

Skills

SDS literacy

Chemical data sheets

Safety protocols

Industrial cleaning machines

Issue identification

Education

Highschool diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pressure washers

Floor scrubbers

Job description

A leading independent bottler for retailers and A-brands in Europe and North America are in the market for a Sanitation Technician for their Greer, SC Location. Sanitation Technician Day Shift: 5:45am – 6:15pm – 2-2-3 Schedule (Monday – Sunday) Pay: $17.00

Summary Description

Reporting to the department Manager, the Sanitation Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and supporting overall operational efficiency.

Essential Job Functions

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts)
• Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by company, customer, and/or governing bodies (FDA, SQF, etc)
• Prepare production equipment for cleaning and follow necessary lock out/tag out procedures when doing so
• Use equipment cleaning chemicals and follow chemical usage and safety as indicated by the labels for application
• Sanitize, foam, scrub and rinse production equipment ensuring that all areas meet Food Safety and Food Quality standards including but not limited to:
  • CIP and sanitize, foam, scrub, and rinse production equipment such as containers rinsers, warmers, and pasteurizers
  • Clean and sanitize all conveyors, conveying equipment, drip pans, and rails
  • Clean and sanitize floors and drains
  • Clean ceilings and walls in production areas to include cobwebbing, flaking paint, and any other debris removal
  • Clean ceilings and walls in warehouse areas to include cobwebbing, flaking paint and any other debris removal
  • Maintain elevators, floors, and stairwells in a clean and safe condition
  • Vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping using manual or electric tools
  • Clean and sanitize auxiliary areas such as the Reverse Osmosis area
• Clean facility building, grounds, and parking lots as assigned:
  • Clean and sanitize bathrooms
  • Empty trash cans and replace liners
  • General cleaning of office area
• Verifies and validates sanitation effectiveness with visual inspection and chemical concentration testing
• Confirm proper sanitation by monitoring printouts of CIP systems or manual documentation
• Store all chemicals and safety equipment properly
• Ensure that minimum downtime is experienced during sanitation and pre‑operational inspections
• Maintain accurate sanitation documentation and ensure the proper completion of Master Sanitation Schedule daily

Required Skills

• Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Ability to read and understand chemical technical data sheets
• Ability to perform tasks in accordance with safety protocols to prevent accidents and contamination
• Ability to operate industrial cleaning machines (e.g., pressure washers, floor scrubbers)
• Ability to identify potential sanitation issues before they become problems

Competencies

• Safety and Compliance: Familiarity with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) guidelines and other relevant safety regulations
• Safety and Compliance: Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, SQF, FDA regulations if applicable)
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous in performing tasks to ensure all areas are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized
• Time Management: Efficient in managing time to complete cleaning tasks within scheduled times
• Problem Solving Skills: Creative thinking to develop and implement effective cleaning strategies
• Teamwork: Cooperative attitude and willingness to assist co‑workers

Education and Experience

• Highschool diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of experience as a sanitation/janitorial worker in a warehouse environment using mobile cleaning equipment, able to operate mobile cleaning equipment and industrial baler preferred

Working Conditions

• Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings and overnight may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed
• Work Environment: Operating in a fast‑paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot and/or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised

Equal Employment Opportunity

CHASE provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as disabled veteran, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, hairstyles, hair textures, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions or any other legally protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws. In addition, CHASE complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location. CHASE is committed to complying fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities.